Parts for your 2013 Mazda Premacy-Struts

2013 Mazda Premacy struts — what they are and when to replace them

According to the Mazda Premacy (CW, 2010–2017) factory service manual and major suspension fitment catalogues from KYB and Monroe, the 2013 Mazda Premacy is built with MacPherson struts at the front and a multi-link rear that uses separate shock absorbers (not rear struts). So struts are absolutely relevant to the front axle of this model, while the rear relies on conventional shocks.

On the front of a Premacy, a strut does double duty: it’s both the damper and a structural member that locates the wheel upright. It carries the coil spring, manages camber as the suspension moves, and soaks up bumps to keep the tyres planted. That combo is why worn struts can make the vehicle feel floaty over undulations, dive under brakes, and scrub tyres. For local conditions across Australia and New Zealand—think coarse-chip bitumen, corrugations, and coastal humidity—healthy struts are key to ride comfort, steering precision, and a tidy WOF/roadworthy.

• Typical warning signs include oil seepage on the strut body, clunks over speed humps, front-end bounce, longer stopping distances, tramlining, or uneven tyre wear on the shoulders.
• Inspection at every service is smart, many workshops start checking more closely from around 80,000–120,000 km, sooner if the vehicle tows or lives on rough roads.
• Always replace front struts in pairs to keep handling balanced side to side.

When it’s time for replacement, quality matters. Fresh top mounts/bearings, bump stops and dust boots are inexpensive extras that prevent future headaches, so they’re worth fitting with the new cartridges or complete strut assemblies. Correct spring compression and torque at ride height are important to avoid mount preload and knocks. After any strut work, a proper four-wheel alignment is essential because camber and toe can shift as soon as the strut-to-knuckle bolts are cracked. It’s also wise to check front sway bar links and lower control arm bushes while the front end is apart—these parts wear in the same timeframe and can mimic strut noise. Finally, protect ABS wiring and brake hoses during removal, and don’t let the hub hang by the hose. Done right, new front struts restore the Premacy’s tidy turn-in, cut down braking dive, and even out tyre wear—exactly what most families want from their people mover.

Does the 2013 Mazda Premacy have struts at the front and rear?

The 2013 Premacy uses MacPherson struts at the front and separate shock absorbers at the rear. The rear is not a strut design, so parts and service procedures differ axle to axle.

How long do front struts typically last on a Premacy in Australia or New Zealand?

There’s no fixed interval, but many see 80,000–120,000 kilometres before damping fades enough to notice. Rough roads, heavy loads, and coastal corrosion can shorten that window. Regular inspections during routine servicing help pick the right time.

Is a wheel alignment needed after front strut replacement?

Yes. Disturbing the strut-to-knuckle joint can alter camber and toe. A post-repair alignment restores straight-line stability, even tyre wear, and proper steering feel—and helps with WOF/roadworthy outcomes.